An older gentleman who comes to our local often enjoys singling me out for loud and overbearing criticism, even when he isn't part of the ongoing conversation. I need a good turn-off phrase to de-fuse his little bombs. [more inside]
posted by halfbuckaroo
on Dec 14, 2011 -
24 answers

*CHICAGO FILTER* My shy, relatively new boyfriend is meeting my mom for the first time while she is in town. Whats a low key hip spot to go for dinner & drinks. [more inside]
posted by twoforty5am
on Nov 8, 2011 -
24 answers

How can I make my new Iron Gym pullup bar fit in a doorway frame when the molding/trim is too thick (that is, the fastener designed to hook onto the trim cannot reach the top of it)? Or is there another similar type bar that can work with large doorway molding without screws/permanent wall damage?
posted by madscientist01
on Oct 26, 2011 -
8 answers

It is a beautiful post-hurricane day here in NYC. I would like to celebrate not flooding by getting a beer and drinking it outdoors. Quick, recommend me a bar in the next hour or so! [more inside]
posted by whitneyarner
on Aug 29, 2011 -
12 answers

After dining at Commander's Palace in New Orleans next Friday, what's a classy bar that we could visit? Bonus points for gorgeous wood bars, good cocktails, and minimal crowds.
posted by little_c
on Aug 26, 2011 -
8 answers

I want to rent an event space in NYC. Where do I start? It's basically a wedding reception without the wedding, I'd like it to hold about eighty people, with an open bar and using my own caterers. It should be three hours booked at least. I'd like it in Manhattan but totally open to nearer Brooklyn and Queens. What do I need to know and where should I go in getting a space for late October? [more inside]
posted by The Whelk
on Aug 18, 2011 -
3 answers

Trying to throw a 30th birthday party for my girlfriend. We're in Brooklyn. I've read other questions like this one, but none of the answers quite fit the bill. [more inside]
posted by degoao
on Aug 15, 2011 -
18 answers

Where are some awesome jazz bars in London? I am looking for somewhere that has a resident live band... the kind of thing you'd imagine Brad Pitt and George Clooney planning a casino heist in with both of them wearing suit and shirt with no tie. Whilst drinking Scotch. Bonus points if it's a place that has an entrance fee to discourage the riff-raff.
posted by dougrayrankin
on Jul 5, 2011 -
9 answers

Looking for a restaurant/sports bar in Pittsburgh, near 10th St. and Penn Avenue, to grab a meal and watch the Wings-Sharks game tomorrow evening. [more inside]
posted by ofthestrait
on May 11, 2011 -
5 answers

I'm considering going abroad to study for the bar exam during June and July. I'd like to go somewhere interesting, fun, and also relatively inexpensive. Two places I'm considering are Berlin and Buenos Aires. Assuming I rent an apartment for two months (probably shared), and live a decent but non-extravagant student's lifestyle (I'll be studying during the days, but will still have nights and weekends free to explore and have some fun), how much can I expect to spend per month in each city? Any other suggestions for inexpensive but fun cities?
posted by decoherence
on Mar 19, 2011 -
28 answers

What is the best place for me to play bar trivia in Chicago tonight? I can find places through Google but I want to hear about the one that you think is the best and most fun.
posted by iknowizbirfmark
on Mar 1, 2011 -
6 answers

I would like to go from Chicago to McMurdo Station in Antarctica, have a drink at the local bar, hang about for about six hours or so, and then leave. Any ideas on how I would go about doing that?
posted by dabradfo
on Feb 18, 2011 -
13 answers

Trying to figure out where to watch the super bowl this afternoon. I'm in North Seattle. Any recommendations for bars where I can have a little unironic enjoyment of the game without getting beer spilled on me? [more inside]
posted by rouftop
on Feb 6, 2011 -
7 answers

Got a new job working from home. Looking for a cozy, appropriate coffeeshop/bar to work from in the Twin Cities a couple of times a week. Requirements below! [more inside]
posted by Laura Macbeth
on Jan 29, 2011 -
11 answers

I'm going to the Pocono Pines area this weekend. This would be my first trip there with a couple of friends and we would like to all go to a bar/club/lounge with a young 20-35yo crowd. Where should we go? We are willing to travel 40 minutes out.
posted by likeapen
on Jan 13, 2011 -
2 answers

I need a good restaurant/bar/café in the Montréal area that can accommodate a discussion group of 10-15 people, which is not too loud, and has relatively non-expensive (and good) food and drinks. [more inside]
posted by exolstice
on Jan 4, 2011 -
12 answers

Philly philter: where can I, a mid-20s chick traveling solo, get a few drinks and/or a nice meal around Center City, without looking to out of place? [more inside]
posted by genmonster
on Dec 1, 2010 -
12 answers

Freaking FOX/CableVision can't get their ducks in a row, so I'll miss the Jets game in my living room. Can anyone suggest an awesome sports bar in or near Port Jefferson, Long Island? I'm willing to drive 20 miles in any direction (except north of course haha) if it's a good spot!
posted by FireStyle
on Oct 31, 2010 -
2 answers

Does anyone know a bar on the west side of Manhattan, nearish the 69th Street entrance to the park, that could accommodate dozens, even perhaps 100 people, for drinks on a Saturday from 5-7? [more inside]
posted by pipti
on Oct 7, 2010 -
4 answers

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